What to do after false allegations at college
According to the National Center for Education Statistics, there were 15 on-campus crimes per 10,000 full-time students in 2020. Facing accusations of criminal activity on a college campus has layers of consequences. Not only could you face criminal charges and...
Avoid losing your license by knowing the renewal requirements
Maintaining your teaching license means not only following all the rules and abiding by regulations but also ensuring you keep up with continuing education and other renewal requirements. If you do not meet all the renewal requirements, you will face losing your...
Florida movie case conclusion raises concerns for teachers
It may feel frustrating to keep up with law and policy changes. However, that frustration can turn to fear when someone's job is on the line. As Florida continues to alter and shift its educational policies, this is increasingly apparent for Floridian teachers. As CNN...
DUI and teaching licenses
Teachers might face disciplinary action or complaints for sexual misconduct, lapses in professional ethics or causing harm to students. We have defended licenses in many of these situations. There is also an entirely different category of mistakes that could land you...
Florida teaching credentials with a less-than-perfect past
Florida teaching credentials with a less-than-perfect past If you are considering becoming a teacher in Florida, certain aspects of your past might cause you some concern. After all, the application process is relatively rigorous and would involve a review of your...
How Office of Professional Practices Services investigations work
When you make your living working as a Florida educator and someone accuses you of misconduct, you may find yourself the subject of an Office of Professional Practices Services investigation. The main point of the investigation is to determine if you broke a law or...
What might lead to a loss of a teaching license?
Many teachers indicate that the profession is more than a job: It is a calling. A teacher faced with suspension and subsequent loss of a license may not know what to do next. Understanding a few reasons this may occur may help prevent and defend against it. What is...
Is your child’s teacher refusing to follow an IEP?
Individualized Education Programs - or IEPs for short - allow for students with potential learning disabilities and other issues to get the assistance they need to make the most of their time in school. These plans prove crucially important in many ways, so it is a...
Is academic dismissal the same as expulsion?
Academic dismissal and expulsion are two of the most serious consequences a student can face while in college or university. Both have the potential to affect a student's academic career, future job opportunities and more. While some might consider academic dismissal...
What Florida blended families should know about estate planning
If it's your second marriage and you're thinking about your estate plan in Florida, there are some things for you to keep in mind that other families don't necessarily have to think about. If you're not proactive, you might end up with an ex who ends up inheriting...